Ryze Tello
The Ryze Tello is a tiny 80g educational drone powered by DJI flight technology and an Intel processor — programmable via Scratch and Python, making it the go-to choice for learning to code with drones.
At 80g, the Ryze Tello is under 250g — no FAA registration is required for recreational use in the US. Learn about drone regulations or read about EU drone rules.
Regulatory Information
EU Class C0 — Open Category A1
Class C0 drones weigh less than 250g and can be flown in the Open Category A1 subcategory. They offer the most freedom for recreational pilots.
Can fly over uninvolved people (but not over assemblies). No geographic zone restrictions beyond general no-fly zones.
FAA Registration (USA)
This drone weighs less than 250g and does not require FAA registration for recreational use in the US.
Key Flying Rules
Always maintain visual line of sight (VLOS). Maximum altitude 120m/400ft in most jurisdictions. Do not fly near airports or in restricted airspace. Check local regulations before flying.
Ryze Tello Specifications
Launch
Body
Flight Performance
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Video
Safety & Intelligence
Transmission
Battery
Connectivity
Regulatory
drone.faq
How much does the Ryze Tello weigh?
The Ryze Tello weighs 80g, which means it does not require FAA registration for recreational use in the US.
What is the maximum flight time of the Ryze Tello?
The Ryze Tello has a maximum flight time of 13 minutes under ideal conditions.
How much does the Ryze Tello cost?
The Ryze Tello has an MSRP of $99.
What video resolution does the Ryze Tello shoot?
The Ryze Tello can shoot up to 720p video.
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